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Applications are now open for the 2026 UNESCO AfriMAB-GRÓ LRT Land Restoration Fellowships. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Opportunity Details
Hosted in a UNESCO Category 2 Centre in Iceland, the GRÓ Land Restoration Training Programme (GRÓ LRT) is offering two fully funded fellowships for African biosphere reserve professionals engaged in restoration activities.
Every year, the GRÓ Land Restoration Training Programme (GRÓ LRT) in Iceland brings together professionals from across the globe for an intensive six-month postgraduate-level course in ecosystem restoration and sustainable land management. Hosted at the Agricultural University of Iceland, the programme combines academic coursework, hands-on field training, and an individual project tailored to each participant’s professional needs.
In 2026, a minimum of two fully funded fellowships will be awarded to African biosphere reserve professionals actively engaged in restoration work. Fellows will gain cutting-edge knowledge, practical tools, and an international network to help them address environmental challenges in their home countries.
The 2026 programme runs from 27 February to 27 August 2026 and includes:
The first 12 weeks focus on courses, specialized training, and field visits across Iceland. The final 12 weeks are devoted to an individual project, designed in collaboration with the Fellow’s home institution to ensure direct application upon return. Graduates receive a Postgraduate Diploma in Ecosystem Restoration and Sustainable Land Management (30 ECTS).
Candidates must:
In exceptional cases, extensive relevant experience may substitute for a degree.
The home institution must:
Submit the following until 15 September 2025 via the online form:
Applications will be reviewed by GRÓ LRT and the UNESCO MAB Secretariat. Only complete applications meeting all requirements will be considered.
Apply for UNESCO AfriMAB-GRÓ LRT Land Restoration Fellowships